AutomationEngineer

About THG We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition. Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition. From Manchester to New York, we’re powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG. With us, you’ll go further, faster. What are you waiting for? Automation Engineer | Brighter Foods X THG Manufacturing Location: Tywyn, Wales Shift: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 (depending on experience) Reporting to: Engineering Manager About the Role We’re looking for a talented Automation Engineer to join our team at Brighter Foods X THG Manufacturing. This role will play a key part in the operation of our new automated factory, designing, programming, and testing automated machinery to ensure optimal performance and precision. You’ll take ownership of automation systems, using your expertise to interrogate PLCs, identify and resolve faults, and enhance process logic. Alongside your technical responsibilities, you’ll also help develop and upskill team members to support the needs of a 24/7 manufacturing operation. While the core hours are Monday to Friday, occasional out-of-hours support will be required. A strong electrical engineering background is essential, as you’ll also provide hands-on support for electrical breakdowns and fault-finding activities. Key Responsibilities Maintain and optimise automated machinery to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. Conduct troubleshooting, fault-finding, and repair of automation and electrical systems. Design and implement custom automation solutions to improve production performance. Deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Programme, configure, and integrate new equipment within existing control systems. Collaborate w